Which revolutionary retail design concept, first implemented in 1956, introduced the 'winding path' layout that forces customers to walk through the entire store before reaching the exit?

In the world of architecture, retail design has evolved dramatically over the decades. Stores have transformed from simple utilitarian spaces to immersive brand experiences that blend art, psychology, and functionality. This trivia question explores a pivotal moment in retail architecture history that fundamentally changed how consumers interact with retail environments and influenced countless store designs worldwide.

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IKEA's one-way maze design
Macy's department store 'racetrack' layout
Selfridges' open floor concept
Bloomingdale's 'store-within-store' model